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Ichigo proves powerful against Renji but faces overwhelming force from Byakuya. After a critical defeat, Ichigo is saved by Urahara and must train to regain his strength to rescue an ally facing grave danger.

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Ichigo makes a comeback against Renji, overpowering him with his enormous spirit energy. Just when Renji is about to fall, his commander Byakuya Kuchiki, Rukia's brother, steps in and defeats Ichigo with overwhelming pace. Rukia returns to the Soul Society so that Ichigo can be spared death, and Ichigo is left dying with his power stripped from him. He is then saved by Urahara, who agrees to help him rescue Rukia, who faces the death penalty in the Soul Society. Ichigo, however, must agree to train with Urahara to regain his powers. Agent of the Shinigami arc: (17/20)